Senior EHV Substation Engineer – Lead 765kV Projects

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 134,546 - 205,557; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent Lundy based in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a Lead EHV Substation Engineer to join their Grid business unit. This role involves participating in the design of EHV substation projects, leading project teams, and managing complex tasks in high voltage substations. Ideal candidates will have a BSEE with a focus on power systems, 10+ years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work model with robust benefits including health plans, retirement options, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 10 or more years experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations.
• 3 or more years of experience with 500kV and/or 765kV substation design.

Responsibilities

• Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers on electrical design.
• Take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and execution for EHV substation projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in EHV substation physical design.

Skills

Protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints

Knowledge of physical design techniques

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Education

BSEE with power systems or controls emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Bentley Substation

Job description

Sargent Lundy based in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a Lead EHV Substation Engineer to join their Grid business unit. This role involves participating in the design of EHV substation projects, leading project teams, and managing complex tasks in high voltage substations. Ideal candidates will have a BSEE with a focus on power systems, 10+ years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work model with robust benefits including health plans, retirement options, and paid time off.